About Velvet Shadows β professional wedding & party band based in Bristol for events throughout the UK
Velvet Shadows, a dynamic wedding and party band based in Bristol, offers an unparalleled musical experience tailored to elevate any occasion.
With a lineup consisting of captivating female lead vocals, skilful lead guitar, grooving bass guitar, versatile keyboards, and dynamic drums complemented by harmonious backing vocals, we ensure a performance that leaves a lasting impression.
We're listed on FixTheMusic's Top 18 Best Wedding Bands in Bristol For 2024 π
Dedicated to exceeding expectations, we specialise in curating a diverse repertoire spanning from the timeless classics of the '60s to contemporary hits, ensuring a night of entertainment suited for all audiences and age groups.
We're regularly booked to perform for weddings and events at Manor By The Lake in Cheltenham, Oxford Botanic Garden and Elmhay Park in Frome.
Whether it's the nostalgic tunes of yesteryears or the chart-toppers of today, we guarantee to keep the energy high and the dance floor packed.
Equipped with professional-grade gear that undergoes rigorous PAT testing and is backed by comprehensive insurance, you can rest assured of a seamless and secure experience.
Our state-of-the-art lighting system further enhances the ambience, setting the stage for an unforgettable celebration.
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At Velvet Shadows, we understand the importance of personalization.
Whether your preference leans towards rock and pop or you're inclined towards the infectious rhythms of funk, disco, and Motown, we pride ourselves on tailoring our performance to meet your specific tastes and preferences.
Let Velvet Shadows transform your event into an unforgettable extravaganza, where every note resonates with joy and every beat ignites the dance floor.
"Hired the band for my wifeβs 40th and what a night!! Everyone danced all night and between sets was an unmanned disco. Everyone loved them. Easy to deal with at all times. Book this band - you wonβt regret it!"
"Velvet Shadows played at my 60th birthday just the other evening and Iβm still trying to recover from dancing all night long ππ€£π They were absolutely amazing & I would thoroughly recommend them. All of my guests were complimentary towards them too. They have a great list of tunes you can choose from along with a really easy & professional booking service too. ππΎπΊπΌππΎ Can we do this party again soon? I really did not want the evening to end!"
"Absolutely bloody fantastic. This group made the night so special. Can't recommend highly enough. Such nice people who clearly love what they do. Thank you so much guys. Have been telling everyone how great you are."
"Velvet Shadows played our wedding in August β24 and I couldnβt recommend them more highly. Dave was highly organised and great to correspond with via email, getting everything organised easily. The band have a really great list of songs to choose from and on the night were truly amazing; so many of our guests commented on how talented they were, and we had so much fun!"
"Thank you Velvet Shadows for a great performance at my client's wedding at the Oxford Botanic Garden. The dance floor was packed which is always a good sign and there was music for everyone. Hope to work with you again!"
"Fantastic band and really easy and smooth to deal with. Lots of compliments received from our guests and would highly recommend to anyone!"
"We were looking for a quality band that could offer a variety of music to suit a mix of ages - and Velvet Shadows stood out immediately! From initial communications to the day of the event we had numerous very friendly and very efficient comms with the band manager making the whole process easy for us in terms of the arrangements and details."
"We booked Velvet Shadows for my parents' 40th wedding anniversary, and they truly made the celebration unforgettable. From the very beginning, communication with Dave was great. He was responsive, accommodating and made the planning process smooth and stress-free. On the day of the event, they delivered an outstanding performance. Their music was brilliant, capturing the perfect blend of classics and contemporary hits that had everyone on the dance floor. The guests were very complimentary about the band and were even demanding more songs after their set had finished! I highly recommend Velvet Shadows. They truly went above and beyond to make our celebration memorable - thank you all!!! Thanks, Dave."
"We cannot recommend Velvet Shadows enough, they were absolutely outstanding at our wedding. The whole band was incredible and every song they played had the crowd going crazy, a testament to both the quality of the music/vocals and the vibe they brought. They were also so accommodating with all of my #groomzilla requests."
"Velvet Shadows performed at our wedding reception and they were incredible! Their musical talent is at a very high standard & their song selection is superb, perfect for a party! They also went above & beyond & learnt a new song especially for our first dance. We and our guests were delighted and had an absolute ball! Velvet Shadows were also highly organised in our communications with them and very thorough in making sure the evening ran smoothly. Highly recommend!"
"We booked Velvet Shadows for our wedding evening. All members of the band are talented musicians and their singer Maria has a fantastic voice! They adapted their playlist to suit our requests and performed our first dance to perfection. The dance floor was kept busy with their wide range of songs they expertly played. The band made sure the sound levels were suitable for us and our guests.
All band members were very friendly and dressed very smartly. The booking process was easy to follow and David was very helpful with helping us plan the music for our wedding evening."
"We had a fantastic night - would definitely book again!"
The Calling - Wherever you will go
Kings of Leon - Use Somebody
John Newman - Love me again
Amy Winehouse - Valerie
Kaiser Chiefs - Ruby
Franz Ferdinand - Take me out
Jet - Are you gonna be my girl
Daft Punk - Get Lucky
Killers - Human
Killers - Mr Brightside
Stereophonics - Dakota
Pulp - Disco 2000
Oasis - Don't Look Back in Anger
Bruno Mars - Treasure
Muse - Starlight
The Weekend - Blinding Lights
One Republic - Counting Stars
Reef - Put Your hands up
Robson & Jerome -Unchained Melody
Lizzo - About Damn Time
Pink - Raise your Glass
Miley Cyrus - Flowers
Harry Styles - As it was
Supergrass - Alright
The Cure - Friday Im in Love
Tina Turner - Simply the Best
Blondie - Maria
Cher - Believe
Bryan Adams - Run to you
Cutting Crew - I just died in your eyes tonight
Peter Gabriel - Sledgehammer
Huey Lewis - Power of Love
Four Tops - Loco in Acalpoco
Tears for Fears - Everybody wants rule the world
Giorgio Moroder & Phil Oakey - Together in Electric Dreams
Blues Brothers - Gimme some loving
Bruce Springsteen - Dancing in the dark
Elton John - Im still standing
David Bowie - Lets Dance
Roachford - Cuddly Toy
Guns N Roses - Sweet Child O Mine
Chaka Khan - Aint Nobody
Luther Vandross - So Amazing
Phil Collins - You Can't Hurry Love
Lionel Ritchie - All night long
Queen - Crazy Little thing
Queen - Don't stop me now
Stevie Wonder - Superstition
Four Seasons - December 63
Eagles - Take it Easy
O'Jays - Love Train
Earth Wind & Fire - September
Lynyrd Skynyrd - Sweet Home Alabama
Wild Cherry - Play that funky music
Fleetwood Mac - Dreams
The KInks - All day and all of the night
The Monkees - Im a believer
The Beatles - I saw her standing there
Spencer Davis Group - Keep on Running
Van Morrison - Brown Eyed girl
Neil Diamond - Sweet Caroline
Martha and the Vandellas - Dancing in the street